How I Self-Discipline, Change Habits Using Al-Anon Slogans

Self-discipline is something I've never had trouble with. I've got a nasty case of low self-esteem. Auto-flagellation my modus operandi. But rigid self-control isn't healthy. It doesn't work either. Here's a simple self-help plan I created, based on Al Anon principles, to modify behavior and change habits. How I Self-Discipline, Change Habits Using Al-Anon Slogans 

Depression in Response to Stress and Crisis

Temporary, Situational Depression in Response to Stress and Crisis
The mind also has built-in insulation and safety valves to prevent overload. When a person is faced with an existential crisis or stress, the mind goes into 'safety' mode while it processes the new information. Depression is one such defense mechanism.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Symptoms and Recovery

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD has been called at various times in history '˜shell shock' and '˜combat fatigue'. PTSD can include troubled dreams, memories, irrational fear, anxiety, depression and substance abuse.
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How Toxic Shame Grows in Dysfunctional Families

Psychological and Sociological Development of Toxic Shame Behavior
What is toxic shame? Toxic shame is a corrosive, pervasive sense of guilt which the shame-based person has done nothing to merit. Is shame organic or environmental? Toxic shame, like a parasite, grows in an unhealthy environment.
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Treating Depression: Participating in Your Own Recovery

Treating Depression: Participating in Your Own Recovery
We say in psychology that a person must be willing to 'participate in her own recovery'. A depressed person must see that he needs help, get treatment and do what it to get healthy. Sadly, this is often what a depressed person cannot do.
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